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“Our problems cannot always be fixed, but they can always be accepted as the very will of God for now, and that turns them into something beautiful.”
Elisebeth Elliot, Be Still My Soul
There are those special days that come in your life that you want to hold very close, treasure. Yesterday was one of those days our middle grandson, Adam, took Kyla to be his wife. As a family, we are entering a new phase. The plan is they will no longer look to their parents (or, when desperate, grandparents) for their daily needs.
When Adam told me this story, I asked him to write a guest blog about his trip to Costco with his parents to pick up last-minute supplies for his wedding, which was just a few days away. Realistically, I doubt writing a blog will be a priority for him. We all know about those early months of marriage.
As Adam tells the story, he was with his parents at Costco. He had his own cart, and they were both on their way to the checkout line when he realized he was in the middle of those epiphanic moments. Neither parent offered to pay for his purchases. He was on his own. A transition into real adulthood had taken place standing in line at Costco.
A wedding is just a wedding until it involves people you really love and care about. Adam and Kyla have taken great care not only to prepare for their wedding but, most importantly, for their marriage. First, they prepared their hearts by allowing Christ to guide, teach, and lead them; second, they sought Godly counsel from pastors they highly respect; third, they asked for insights from their parents, the brothers, and their core group of very special friends. They even took the David Ramsey course on financial planning.
As a grandparent, watching their love for the Lord and each other bloom and grow has been fun. There are some things you know in your heart that are good. This is good!
A highlight for me was the opportunity to dance with Adam on his wedding day. We had a great time, and I think some people were amazed at the dance moves you can make from a power wheelchair.
It has been almost two years since being diagnosed with ALS. My life has changed. I have always loved my family and would give or do anything for them, but I treasure these moments and hold them more closely now than ever before. Thank you, Lord, for my family and the many blessings you have given me.
–Susan
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